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stagnation

[stag-ney-shuhn] / stægˈneɪ ʃən /


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Russian economists speak of "stagnation" and, in some areas, "decline".

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

But President Nixon’s resignation, economic stagnation and the Vietnam War had caused Americans’ faith in government to waver.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

They are battling surging energy costs, fierce competition from China, and weak demand at a time when Europe's biggest economy is mired in a long stagnation.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

To be sure, the greenback’s stagnation is not a simple story.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Durham! and as if by magic, everything springs into new life, the veins and arteries of business throw off their stagnation and the bright sun of prosperity sends its radiant beams out upon the world...

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson




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